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State and Local Energy Efficiency Programs

Here you will find a listing of state, local and regional programs that help small businesses become energy efficient. These programs offer financial assistance in the form of grants and loans for making energy efficient upgrades. Grants are also available to firms developing energy efficient technology. These programs also offer free or low-cost technical assistance to help small business owners conduct energy audits and implement energy efficient technology.

Alaska Building Energy Efficiency StandardSets standards for thermal resistance, air leakage, moisture protection, and ventilation as they relate to efficient use of energy in buildings. These standards apply to all new residential and commercial buildings.

California Appliances DatabaseDownloadable database of all appliances currently certified to the California Energy Commission by their manufacturers as meeting currently-applicable efficiency standards.

Pennsylvania Office of Energy and TechnologyFind information on grants, loans and rebate programs for energy efficiency projects. The Office provides resources and assistance to help your business become more energy efficient.

Small Business Energy Loan ProgramProvides low-interest loans to qualified Tennessee-based businesses to help upgrade the level of energy efficiency in their buildings, plants and to improve manufacturing processes.

Efficiency VermontProvides technical assistance and financial incentives to Vermont households and businesses, to help reduce energy costs with energy-efficient equipment and lighting and with energy-efficient approaches to construction and renovation.

Small Business Energy Audit ProgramThis matching grant provides 75% of up to $4,000 for a level 2 energy audit, a survey to assess the energy efficiency of buildings. It is open to all who meet the SBA definition for small business. Topics include building shell, lighting, HVAC and process energy. Manufacturers may use the audit to qualify for sales tax abatement on energy used in the manufacturing process.